Cessna Citation Ascend program continues to advance with rollout of first production unit
Cessna Citation Ascend program continues to advance with rollout of first production unit
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Cessna Citation Ascend program continues to advance with rollout of first production unit
WICHITA, Kan. (Sept. 15, 2025) —Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced its Cessna Citation Ascend business jet program continues to advance as the first production unit rolled out of the manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kansas. The aircraft is expected to achieve certification from the Federal Aviation Administration later this year.
Employees held a special celebration to mark the major program milestone of the newest Citation business jet in the legendary 560XL series as they continue to design and deliver the best aviation experience for customers.
“Today is a big celebration and thank you to everyone who has been a part of building up to this point. It is your craftsmanship that continues to make milestones like this possible,” said Todd McKee, senior vice president, Integrated Supply Chain. “By infusing new technology and bringing new features to the market, we continue to drive the future for us to build these legendary aircraft.”
With more than 1,000 delivered throughout the past 25 years, owners and operators consistently choose the Cessna Citation 560XL series for its unparalleled combination of performance, comfort, ease of operation, range of mission capabilities and favorable operating efficiencies.
About the Cessna Citation Ascend
Textron Aviation designed the Citation Ascend based on customer feedback for ultimate performance and comfort.
With sleek and modern features, customers can enjoy many of the luxuries found in the bestselling Citation Latitude and Citation Longitude, including a flat floor to provide generous legroom and flexibility for passengers. The aircraft offers Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines designed to deliver fuel efficiency and increased thrust, as well as Garmin G5000 avionics that feature the latest software and hardware, including autothrottle technology. The Ascend also features a Honeywell RE100 [XL] Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) approved for unattended operations.
With 19 standard USB charging ports and three universal outlets throughout the aircraft, all crew and passengers have access to at least one charging port in the Citation Ascend. The aircraft has a standard seating configuration of nine passengers.
Cessna Citation Ascend Achieves Major Production Milestone
Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation Ascend program reached a major milestone with the rollout of its first production unit in Wichita, Kansas. The aircraft is set for FAA certification later this year. Celebrating this achievement, employees highlighted their craftsmanship and innovation in advancing the iconic 560XL series. The Ascend, inspired by customer feedback, combines performance, comfort, and operational efficiency. It features modern amenities like a flat floor for legroom, PW545D engines for fuel efficiency, and state-of-the-art Garmin G5000 avionics. With numerous charging ports and seating for nine, the Ascend promises a refined travel experience.
